Fixed Pedestal News Stands

The City of Tarpon Springs in Pinellas County, Florida, is seeking quotes for fixed pedestal news racks through Request for Quotation (RFQ) 260061-Q-JL, issued on November 17, 2025, with responses due by December 2, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. local time. The procurement aims to reduce sidewalk clutter by purchasing up to five (5) four-compartment pedestal news racks that promote public health, safety, and city aesthetics. Vendors must submit quotes electronically through the Bonfire website and provide pricing that includes unit cost for each pedmount news rack and associated shipping charges. The city will award the contract to the most responsive and responsible vendor offering the lowest quote for the entire contract term. Evaluation criteria will consider unit pricing, delivery capabilities, and compliance with specifications outlined in the solicitation. Vendors must be prepared to provide references upon request and have the capability to complete work within a specified timeframe following purchase order receipt.

The solicitation includes a Drug-Free Workplace preference provision under Florida Statutes Section 287.087, which may provide an advantage to vendors with certified drug-free workplace programs when bids are equal in price, quality, and service. Bidders must submit a completed Drug-Free Workplace Form with their quotation and certify compliance with related requirements. The city will accept Visa payments without additional fees, and standard payment terms are NET 30. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned, vendors should be prepared to potentially extend bid prices and conditions for additional units within twelve months following the initial award. The estimated budget appears to be limited to the procurement of five pedmount units, with pricing expected to cover the news racks and associated shipping. No incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration requirements are explicitly stated in the available documentation.